How I FINALLY Regained My Sense Of Taste & Smell After 2 YEARS

00:00 Hey Y'all
00:47 Parosmia - Losing My Sense of Smell in January, 2021
02:48 Trying To Figure Out What Was Wrong
04:19 Wild "Remedies" That Didn't Work
05:55 Trying A Stellate Ganglion Block Procedure
08:41 Trip To Texas A Few Days Before Christmas To Try Again
10:29 It Worked!
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[@ml-gr4mh]

ETA My sense of smell and taste might have returned eventually without me doing all this, but I'll tell you what I did. I am not saying it will work for everyone, but I hate not to mention it in case someone can benefit. I had no smell or taste. I started putting very pungent scented things close to my nose all day every day. I used a strong onion, garlic, lemon, orange, strong spices, unused coffee grounds, black pepper. I'd do this over and over regardless if I could smell them or not. I'd sniff them, not just hold them under my nose. Finally I started smelling them. It took a week or more , but it did work for me. For awhile I had a constant smell of smoke in my nose. I thought someTHING (not someone) was burning. I started first tasting sour, sweet, salty and spicy, but no distinct taste. I had an aversion to meat and most savory, but did like sweets. It finally improved to where I have my sense of smell and taste back. I surely hope this helps anyone who has lost their sense of taste and smell. I also took ibuprofen for any inflammation that might be going on. Mine may have been a different cause, but hopefully this will work for someone.

[@mussahussain1053]

im 38 now about 6 years ago i lost sense of smell and just like you mentioned at the beginning i used to also in my head smell of something was burning, i watched so many videos of people like dr berg dont eat carbs and sugar and took so much B1 zinc potassium ACV, excersize two hours aday fast over 18 hours, and i even met a doctor in london made me do operation told me that i had extra meat pulips that needed to be removed and still i never got back my smell,, its really stressing me alot,but i sometimes can smell for couple of hours when i really do intense workouts but shortly after i loose it. i will try your method this whole month and hope fully it will work,,thank you for sharing your experince,

[@lauraelliott6909]

You are quite the storyteller, Dixie. When you described what things smelled like to you, I got a little queasy. When you shared what doctors were saying about everyone being crazy or anorexic, I got mad. When you all got better, I cried. When you spoke so kindly of David, I wanted to hug him. I'm so happy for you and your family.

[@LoraMama07]

After watching this video, I called and made an appointment to go see David. My husband and I will be making the 1700-mile drive from Idaho next month to hopefully get the same success you got. 2 ½ years of little to no taste or smell with distortion. I am ready to sell my left arm to get my senses back. Thank you for this video. Fingers crossed for me🤞

[@GrayWithMe]

I am in NV and want to go as well. Did they say how much it would be ?

[@j.crizzle8942]

@Lora Same here with the time/effect. I’ve been wrestling with self worth and the possibility of ending it; It has affected me that severely. It has literally taken my livelihood (chef) from me. I won’t give up though. I love living too much, even with losing a lot and all the bs happening with our elected officials & “health” experts. In the end, I belong to G-d & He alone; therefore I’ll be OK.

[@embunchofnumbers]

Update?

[@LoraMama07]

@@GrayWithMe $500 per side

[@LoraMama07]

@@embunchofnumbers sitting in the office as I type this🤞

[@summerclementine132]

11:45 the relief and tremors in your voice made me cry. The doctors not taking folks seriously is a serious problem. So grateful for your recovery.

[@goneballistic]

Have lost faith in the medical community in the last two years

[@sarahcarroll4201]

Thank you for sharing your story. I lost both my senses of taste and smell due to the virus in June 2020. My senses are not distorted; they are turned off. As an avid cook and baker, I have been devastated by these lingering symptoms. I am happy that you and your family had positive results!

[@ashliefreeland4057]

I am so sorry to read this… have you had any luck getting them back? I just lost my taste and smell for a week and would almost tear up thinking about it being a permanent thing… but luckily mine are getting back to normal with the exception of a few things smelling kind of rancid to me, but it hasn’t affected taste to food or anything so I’m grateful!

[@justingagnier1394]

I also lost mine. I was devastated at the thought of not getting it back. I’m also a big good person/cook and I almost cried. I’ve gotten most of it back now but it’s not the same.

[@BrittanyAnn-zg1hb]

@@ashliefreeland4057Did you lose smell and taste due to Covid?

[@maryjaneryan4054]

Tested positive for covid on October 25th 2023. One day later I lost my smell and taste. I’m so beside myself. I pray it won’t be a long haul for me. I’m a 64 year old woman. Very active. I had a lobectomy 6 years ago.

[@weekendnomad5038]

This is what I use to cook as well 😭😭😭😭😭 and I’m so depressed about losing my sense of smell all I smell is the smell of bleach. I also worry that if I get stinky I won’t know . I have good hygiene but I’m always self conscious

[@cpr2go]

I am 3 years of anosmia, it has turned my life upside down never imagined this would happen to me, I just had SGB on Friday December 8 and it was a complete failure, didnt work for me, anxiety is at all time high not responding to anxiety medication, so I am praying for a miracle from God at least for my anxiety to go away with a headache on the left side of my head for 3 years, I am hopeful, but it's not been easy at all - I am 57 , married with two daughters, please pray for me

[@AnnmarieK-xd9rm]

So sorry, will pray for relief from all. Are you taking magnesium? Zinc?

[@cpr2go]

@@AnnmarieK-xd9rm yes for almost 3 years multiple vitamins

[@gonndirwas9605]

I’ve been living without taste and smell for almost 4 years now. I vividly can remember what certain things tasted or smelled like. I d love to smell rain again. People I hug.

[@homeopathywellness1719]

Please go see a professional homeopath. They excel at these unique disorders ppl get. It's been my passion for almost 30 yrs; ppl don't need to suffer needlessly. And btw, 2 diff homeopaths can have vastly diff ideas on how to treat a person, rarely will you meet 2 alike.

[@regenerativegraceranch]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! This is a real issue that is affecting so many people, in so many different ways. We are thrilled for you that you were able to find healing, and that David Gaskin was able to help the whole fam! Woohoo! We have been struggling with the same issue, and after 2+ years, this is a fantastic option that we were not tracking! We will definitely pursue this option! Thank you again!

[@LWilli5]

My primary care provider is a Nurse Practitioner. So much respect for nurses.

[@pamelaremme38]

Why? For injecting toxic poisons into our bodies from cradle to grave? Wake up!!!! It is the shots that are making people sick. Polio never went away....they just renamed it....Muscular Dystrophy.

[@oliviatrelles]

Same and she’s better than any doctor I’ve ever had!

[@AuburnAlum1977]

I'm so happy for all of you!! I can't imagine what you have been through. Happy healthy new year! 🍾🎉

[@turragorman59]

Dixie, thank you for posting about your experience. I am a nurse and did not ever hear about this post COVID condition. So glad you got help from David and you all are getting healthy. Congrats on Homemade Wanderlust- 8 years!!! I enjoy your channel so much and thank you for bringing this condition to light. This community is great and the sharing/ caring part is such a bonus. Happy New Year and new trails in 2023.

[@mhelen7360]

What a wonderful report, Dixie! I can't even imagine how horrible that's been for you and the others in your family. I'll remember your video in case I hear of anyone having a real struggle. As I've commented before, you have been a bright light in my life particularly since covid, although I started enjoying your hiking adventures way back with the AT. And even though I've never been a hiker, and won't become one at my age, hearing you talk about anything is always guaranteed to be enjoyable. From one southerner over close to Springer Mountain to my Alabama neighbor... I pray that God will bless you in 2023. Happy New Year!

[@rbphilip]

I'm so happy for you all, Dixie! Give my best to Montana, your mom and aunt! 2023 is going to ROCK.

[@scotte3103]

So happy for you, Dixie. You’ve brought so much light into the world - you were my introduction to through-hiking three years ago, and I’ve learned so much! Glad this chapter is behind you and your family 💙

[@annefaseler8514]

Oh Dixie I'm so happy for you and your family! I'm tearing up hearing of the success as I can only imagine how awful it was to have parosmia. My daughter had a strong food aversion as a result of all her bowel disease and I understand how watching a loved one lose weight because they just cannot bring themselves to eat. Thankfully, with the help of a dietician and doctors she also is doing much better. Your tears as the end only show the depth if your love for your family, I totally understand. So happy for you all!!

[@madhacker7]

Sitting here crying with you Dixie...super happy for you all. I can't imagine what you all have suffered through. Sending you all digital hugs!!

[@MercyUS]

🦋 So happy for y’all! Amazing helpful story. Please share with larger media groups. You’re a great teacher!

[@peterwhitcomb8315]

I'm so happy for you and your family. I personally can't imagine what you, your family, or your FB support group has gone through. Finally, thank you David G. for speaking out and helping so many people. p.s. Can't wait for 2023 and all of your amazing adventures you bring us on.

[@cherieb5451]

I’m not sure why you showed up on my KZbin feed, but I really enjoyed your success story. Especially for your grandma and mom, it’s important that they keep a healthy weight (as you know). It has a huge impact on bone health, falls, etc. so it’s just wonderful to see them eating happily ❤. Blessings!

[@judithpearson3968]

Dixie - thanks for this info. I had no idea that loss of sense of smell and taste could last that long. It's good to know this for me and others. I also want to take this opportunity to thank you for all of the videos you have and continue to put out. I spend most of my time indoors or sit on the porch for short periods. I miss not being able to experience nature anymore. I appreciate your sharing more than you will ever know. Glad you had a good Christmas and pray for you a happy and blessed 2023.

[@unixpro2]

Dixie, thanks for sharing your story with us. What an amazing journey you and your family went on. And what a blessing David and this procedure have finally given you relief !

[@davidfantle6721]

Thank you so much for sharing this, Dixie. My mother has been suffering greatly with this for the past 18 months (and I've had a mild case for over 2 years), and I've felt like there were few additional treatment options to explore. So glad to hear that you're doing well, and we will look in to this treatment option for her!

[@1attempting2bkind52]

Congratulations !!! I’m so happy for you ! 2 years, wow. So interesting to hear about your experience, and the difficulty with Doctors at first. I’m so sorry to hear about the difficulties -man. It is very touching to hear about all the trials from COVID. Amazing to hear about your family’s recovery. Thank you so much to the gentleman who found the therapy. Thank you for the 8 years !! Super nice to see you better. Sorry about the difficulties. Wishing you more wellness.

[@kjsgarden]

I am so thrilled and happy for all of you!! Yay!!! 🎉🎉 Having an odd condition myself that I have to constantly have to manage and that people do not understand, I got emotional for you/with you with the frustration of not having your condition recognized and not finding a “cure”. Mine is a hearing issue, but the feelings are similar. Anyway… I’m happy for you! ❤

[@thehumblehillbilly]

So glad you had some success with this… you’re 100 percent right if someone hasn’t experienced it they will never know. Haven’t been able to enjoy coffee for a year now along with everything else you mention. My 12 yr old son & I are both still battling PAROSMIA… It Sucks. It’s nice to hear someone explain it though cause us that know know & it helps us not feel crazy! Great video. 👏🏻

[@maltrkx]

Congratulations! Many cheers to you and your family. Many people cannot understand how disabling it is to have parosmia, from not knowing if food is off, or whether or not you smell bad. Having had parosmia in 2018-19, I can tell you that when your smell does come back it will contnue to improve and improve. So happy for you and for your future adventures!

[@jimmyjenkins9240]

This is such great news for all of you! I know you are enjoying your holiday in an extra special way this season. Good for all of you. Looking forward to your next adventure!

[@KaraKirtley]

This video made me cry! I'm so happy you guys regained most of your sense of smell and taste back to normal again. After having Covid in 2020, I lost my sense of smell as well. It came back, but things like bacon smelled rancid for a while after. I didn't have it nearly as badly as you guys did and I did return to normal eventually, but I could see how terrible this would be for all four of you. I'm so happy you were able to learn about that nurse and have him help you get back to normal! Hope you have a wonderful 2023, and enjoy all the coffee and bacon your heart desires! 💛

[@phillair3813]

Congratulations, Dixie! My sister couldn't taste or smell anything for months either, but her symptoms subsided after a little more than a year. Wishing a100% recovery soon for you.

[@andrewd4890]

Great video as usual. Glad the therapy worked for you and your family. Being unable to smell food is quite alarming but being unable to smell lethal odours, such as H2S hydrogen sulphide aka rotten egg gas is potentially lethal, we are able to avoid lethal poisons due to our sense of smell. This puts your Florida trip into new perspectives for me. Wishing you and your family a very happy and normal New Year from Australia.

[@smokey6885]

So happy you’re returning to near normal. As a old hiker[77yrs] with blown knee’s, your hikes[vIdeos] bring back many happy memories on the trail. Really enjoyed watching you thru the years looking forward to the next years. Happy holidays.

[@jimmysweet8907]

So glad y'all are doing better! That is outstanding. Best wishes for a great 2023. All the best. Jimmy

[@leannashows9340]

I am so thankful that you put this video out Dixie! I lost my smell and taste back in June of 2019. I watched your video in tears because I can so relate to missing out on the smell of the salt air, or the mountain air, or clean laundry or the smell of fresh flowers or even dirt. I am so happy for you and your family and the results you all are experiencing. Your video gives me hope and I am going to look into this procedure immediately. Thank you for sharing this with us. Thank you.

[@ashmaybe9634]

Good luck!

[@gonndirwas9605]

Me too in April 2019. all the sudden couldn’t smell the lavender in my garden anymore …

[@marisagomez281]

It worked for my 15 year old son, I’m trying to let everyone know because I felt so hopeless until I found Dr Gaskin good luck

[@fionaj3093]

​@gonndirwas9605 I'm now 68yrs. I lost my sense of taste and smell in April 2019 on the island of Orkney off the North of Scotland UK. 💞

[@francesprice618]

Some of the finest, most compassionate medical care I have received in my 67 years has been from nurse practitioners and physicians assistants. I had no idea that so many of your family members have been struggling with this, and all of you struggling so long! Prayers that the sense of smell continues to improve for each of you in the coming year. Happy New Year! 🎆🎆🎆

[@witchcitystitcher]

So glad you're all okay. That must have been tough. Your love for your family is lovely to see. Looking forward to more of your adventures, Dixie! You have been an inspiration to me and I now our local woods whenever I get a chance. Happy New Year!!

[@escapeartist25]

Oh I am so sorry you and your family had to go through that. Thank you for sharing what could literally be a lifesaver for others. I will be sure to pass this information along. Looking forward to your amazing adventures in 2023!

[@stephanieklinker2712]

I am so incredibly happy for you. My son and I have also finally found a successful treatment for our long covid symptoms. So many of the things you said in your video brought me to tears because I’ve felt the same way. Watching him suffer and not being able to help was the hardest part. Trying every suggestion and getting our hopes up then it not working is so difficult. You sharing your success has lifted my heart. I’m thrilled for you and your family. I know my son and I will never take for granted all the little things we can enjoy now that long Covid is in our review mirror.

[@northernflicker1111]

So good to hear your son has recovered! I've been dealing with debilitating long covid since 2020, I hope I regain health one day too.

[@bonniepaynter5624]

What did you do?

[@Messier45_Pleiades]

Long Covid is just another way of saying vaccine damage..

[@northernflicker1111]

@@Messier45_Pleiades got in March 2020, long before vaccines. There are millions of us out here..

[@stephanieklinker2712]

I wasn’t vaccinated when the long Covid started.

[@bernielamont825]

Jess, so so glad to hear that the procedure was sucsessful for you and your family! Now get out there and tackle Kiliminjaro, can't wait to see. Oh, and by the way, Happy New Year!

[@uzer_zero]

This is wonderful news. Been struggling with this also for almost a year now - thankfully I never completely lost sense of smell, but the "dumpster juice brew" analogy is spot-on. I've just been doing the pinch-the-nose method. Thankfully, there are not too many things that are 'off'. Very happy for you that you all had such great response to the treatment!

[@jfifield20]

This was a great video Dixie. Thanks for being so vulnerable and sharing your story. Happy for you and your family!

[@weaktearecords]

My wife and I lost our smell and taste from Covid in November 2021 and it was one of the most depressing things I have ever dealt with. It takes your joy away. I recovered mine after 2 months, but my wife still has a lot of blank spots. I am mostly normal, but I find that if I smell something bad my brain won't forget it and will make anything off smell like that for days. It's weird. I'm glad there's hope for a fix, it sucks so bad and people that haven't dealt with it do not understand. It really seems to be an early covid thing and doesn't happen as much anymore (thankfully).

[@tamicrandall6283]

Thank you for putting into words what so many of have been suffering with! I'm getting really close to giving up on time- I think a visit to David is in my future.

[@ifonlyseethrumyeyes8957]

This is great news Dixie! Happy for you and your family. thank you

[@kathywilkinson2767]

I love how much you love your mom and your family. You are such a good person! Happy New Year!

[@davidmurray5330]

Such a well done and moving video. Thanks for sharing this quest so clearly and honestly, and congratulations!!! I am so glad for you. You continue to amaze!

[@jimhenderson387]

I am SO glad you got this fixed! Until I saw your original video about this post covid issue, I didn't think it would be any big deal to lose taste and smell. But your video convinced me how wretched life could be with this problem. Anyway, I'm just glad you and your family got this figured out.

[@BucksMom218]

Im so glad you have seen some recovery and your family members be able to eat again. Wishing you the best for 2023! ❤🐾🐾

[@kristenbradley7040]

That’s crazy! I did not realize how bad this got for you and your family. So glad you found this treatment and that everyone has benefited. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@crazylegsonthetrail]

I am so happy for you and your family! My sister (a nurse) is experiencing this and has been for some time. Thank you for sharing! A "nurse" diagnosed my daughter at 9yrs old with T1D and He saved her life! Nurses are angels! They deserve to be recognized for all they do!

[@aquamarine9568]

So glad you and your family got your taste and smell back. What a Christmas gift.

[@vonwesty3544]

Glad to hear ya'll were able to make some real progress on getting your sense of smell back! Thanks for all the videos and information you provide us. Here's to a much better smelling 2023 for you!!!

[@CindyHikes]

Thank you so much for sharing your story from the beginning. You've helped me appreciate the little things I take for granted every day. I'm so happy for you, your mom, sister and aunt. I got choked up listening to you share your pain, guilt and joy/relief. God bless you in this new year!!

[@WanderingSwitchback]

I'm so happy for all of you!! It's easy for people to dismiss how much parosmia can impact someone's life, but taste and smell are so critical in so many regards for survival. Thank you for sharing this part of your journey with us, and congratulations!!

[@libraryfiles4470]

Where any of you vaxxed? Love you vids. Keep up your great work.

[@sneekz07]

@@libraryfiles4470 Literally nothing to do with being vaxxed, go away.

[@kellinomnom]

As a person with Ehlers-Danlos, I completely understand how you felt when you got the correct diagnosis and help. What a huge relief! Glad your guys are all feeling better! HUGS

[@jennyjewell5635]

I have EDS too and had to wait 60 years for a diagnosis. Instead of 6 separate conditions I had one syndrome.

[@kellinomnom]

@@jennyjewell5635 I'm so glad for you! I was in my 40s when I was finally diagnosed. So grateful to have a right diagnosis

[@jennifertesterman4032]

I have Ehlers-Danlos, as well. Has been a lifelong journey for answers!! Definitely a relief to connect the dots!

[@kiapanthistledown9453]

My husband and I got Covid finally this past May (2022) - he had no loss of smell or taste, but I've suffered with loss of smell and a great bit of loss of taste since then. I understand that I should wait for another few months, but it's much worse to live inside that place than hardly any description can convey. My heart goes out to you and yours, Dixie, and I'm so grateful that you finally found a solution!

[@Mountainbunnyinnature]

So happy for you and your family! My sister has been suffering with the same thing for almost a year and a half. I will show her this

[@davidostrom2661]

I've been going through this for close to 2 years as well. What you're saying about difficulty managing weight is definitely true. I gained close to 50 lbs after losing my taste just due to the effect that not being able to taste had on my mental process. It made me wake up every day hoping I could taste something again. I tried to eat different foods and taste different things with absolutely no change in taste or smell. This is one of the most frustrating things I've ever experienced but it's been good in the end. I've definitely grown from it. I've been dieting the last 4 months and I'm down 44 lbs and feeling much better about myself. I was able to clean my sinuses with a navage and regain some of my taste and a little bit of my smell but I still lack most subtle tastes and smells. I've learned to live with it for now but I thank you for posting this because I may go this route some day. Thank you so much!

[@jimmydingo7138]

Similar reaction here too_. I gained weight when other patients lose weight.

[@MEF7]

Can you explain this:I was able to clean my sinuses with a navage and regain some of my taste and a little .....please?

[@davidostrom2661]

@@MEF7 a navage is a device that rinses your sinuses out. My sinuses were inflamed for months and months after having Covid and after rinsing my sinuses out multiple times with the navage the inflammation went away and I was able to smell and taste better

[@MarkusSenior]

Thank you for sharing your experience, Dixie. Your video will help others and bring awareness also to the medical field as I know a few MDs that follow you ;-) A Happy (and Smelly ) New Year from LA!

[@jbrandon8087]

I'm so glad y'all made the trip and got good results. Blessings to you and yours in 2023!

[@ronniehall9001]

Dixie, I’m so glad you posted this video! I think I’ve watched about every video you’ve ever made in preparation for my last section hike on the AT, and I, too, had lost my sense of taste, and smell for quite some time. For a while there, I wasn’t sure that I was ever going to get it back again like you did. Everything tasted like chemicals, just like you mentioned in your video. Please pop all the great videos that you do, keep up the great Content😁

[@brianyoung8731]

So happy for the good results for you and your family 🎉🎊

[@cara2011plts]

This is such great news! Mines been going on for just over a year and it’s not that bad. But I worry because I can’t smell smoke or when food has gone bad. I really want those danger signals when they’re real! Thanks for sharing something so promising.

[@BoxyLady]

So happy for you! My daughter has struggled with parosmia since March of 2020 and, while it's gotten better with time, your discovery is so exciting!

[@robertrockwell7581]

Dixie you made me tear up with joy knowing this helped you Montana Mom and your Aunt. even though I never had the shots and don't agree with them I thank the Lord I have never gotten Covid. can't Imagine what you went through and would not wish it on anybody. Doctors need to take this seriously and listen to their patients. this causes new symptoms not heard of before.and they need to be open minded about it. can't believe it has been 8 years I have followed you. big congrats.man it only seem like yesterday. have A happy New year and stay safe.

[@carriewebb5764]

I haven't suffered with this problem, but I've had other chronic health issues and I know how hard it is to suffer, not get answers, search hard for answers and try everything to fix the problem. I can relate to trying the burnt orange. I was crying and so happy for all of you that you've found answers! Praise God for bringing healing!

[@TheIamyourmother]

As someone who's also 2 years post-COVID with major smell and taste changes, thank you for giving me hope! I didn't realize how much I also miss coffee and garlic until you brought it up. I miss smelling petrichor, and waking up in the woods to the scent of damp evergreen needles. I miss smelling my late grandma's perfume and being brought back to hugging her. I had honestly made myself give up hope of regaining my normal senses, because that was easier than being let down. I'll have to look in to this nerve block and see if there's anyone near me doing it with success.

[@Wolf9of9Odin]

Same boat, i hope we get it back. Many blessings!

[@jansmith3158]

look up yt ch Dr Berg he has vids on lose of smell & taste (which is a vitamin & mineral deficiency) and how to heal myocarditis watch "Dr Fuellmich grand jury day 1" = shocking vid exposing the WHO, CDC, NIH, fauci etc lies and crimes WORTH YOUR TIME> pls write down & pass on. take care.

[@incognitocat555]

Hi! Did you end up getting the SGB done? I'm wondering if it worked for you. Any improvement?

[@TheIamyourmother]

@@incognitocat555 not yet; lots of other life stuff taking precedence. But I highly recommend joining the parosmia group that Dixie mentions! There are tons of first-hand accounts if SGB experiences in there, as well as other potential treatments.

[@mikeyhikes]

This is incredible! I have anosmia … I have NEVER had a sense of smell (and that means only basic taste, since so much is based on scent). I can NOT imagine what you and your sweet family members dealt with during this time. Good for you for continuing the hunt!! ❤ And yes, I cried with you and love that you are willing to be so thorough AND vulnerable with all of us! Happiest of New Years!🎉

[@jansmith3158]

loss of taste & smell is a vitamin & mineral deficiency = see yt ch Dr Berg's vids on this and also his vid on heart myocarditis

[@terramarini6880]

@@jansmith3158 Zinc in particular. I first twig that I'm low because food and drink starts to taste like ashes, I also note a decrease in night vision and an increase in BO.

[@Allie_Rose]

Oh my goodness, so glad y’all finally have some relief! 💕

[@brittieblueyes92]

Thank you for sharing this. It made me break down in tears. It’s been a year since Covid took my taste and smell and distorted others to putrid smells and flavors. Thanks for sharing hope.

[@faithopeloveful]

I have had 0% ability to smell or taste for almost 11 yrs since I had a virus which I think was whooping cough. I had no idea that it was called Parosmia and that so many other people suffered with it. There probably isn't much hope for me after this long. We are always behind in Canada with these kind of procedures. So happy for you!

[@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937]

You are only allowed to lose your sense of smell from BS19.

[@zenseed75]

Don't give up

[@alive-awake]

@@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937 BS19?

[@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937]

@@alive-awake Covud19

[@alive-awake]

@@itsokaytobeclownpilled5937 that's what came to mind but didnt want to assume. Indeed it is BS.

[@douglasdoyle1027]

I am real glad to hear of your long-awaited success, for all four of you. That is good to hear...

[@vibelife5133]

Nice to hear you and your family's healing success story, I had covid but never lost taste or smell or if I did it was short lived and I was to sick to notice, so glad y'all got your sense of taste and smell back, that must have been a nightmare, you handled it way better than I would have.

[@anneshleman721]

I cried while watching this. It’s so helpful to hear from others that are in the same boat. Thank you for explaining it so well. You’ve motivated me to reach out to David. I’m hoping he can give me some relief.

[@marisagomez281]

It worked for my 15 year old son, good luck

[@kickerofelves85]

I smell too...oh wait you mean you CAN smell....yeah that's what I meant too!

[@bluemeaford]

Yeah, that’s what I thought she meant too. Uh huh…. Yup. Sure. (Have saved mucho $$ in deodorants - post Covid)

[@scott571911]

Dumba$$!

[@boa1793]

And “if I can help any one, so be it,” is another that doesn’t make sense.

[@MIEJ4]

Amazing news, sounds an extremely tough time you’ve all had and hopefully time will get ya back to 100%😊 You look really happy in the video so hope you have a BRILLIANT new year and start to 2023!❤👍🏻👍🏻😉

[@krisrogers1289]

Congratulations! Did not know your struggles were so severe. So glad you were able to find help for you and yours.

[@mendyviola]

So happy that you finally got your sense of smell back. Our sense of smell is vital to our safety to detect harmful substances. It boggles my mind how often women’s health related complaints are repeatedly presumed to be “mental”, even in these modern times.

[@tabularasa]

Quite a story, wow! Haven't heard of your channel, but algorithm pushed this today, and the outstanding thumbnail caught my eye lol. I had no idea parosmia could be so bad that people are dropping this much weight. Tragic. I always feel so sad and frustrated when I hear stories of women not being taken seriously by medical professionals. Glad you found a method that works, and congrats on getting your smell back! That virus is no joke, the way it causes actual brain damage... Thanks for sharing your story. Fascinating

[@Changesonemack]

11/21 Covid, I lost mine and it sucked worse than the bodyaches and chills. 3 weeks later both came back. First the smell then taste. Never had weird smells. Every day I would open up smelly things like coffee cans, peanut butter bread, (warning..my poo) etc and tried in my mind to smell or think about the smell. The loss of taste resulted in me not able to eat sardines or slimy foods. It grossed me out without the taste. I like to think that trying to smell helped me regain the smell. The first taste that came back was a sweet chocolate. I was like YEAH! I m a guy and have heard and know girls who have had lost their smell taste for long time like y’all.

[@lesliew4026]

What love and perseverance to deal with things and hold onto hope. There is so much cruelty out there with the gaslighting, disbelief, dismissing you all and many others when lived experiences don't match up to "professional training". I think that more than anything is the worst part, sometimes more than the condition is. So glad you all found something that worked and were able to do it all together, healing together. Wishing you and everyone a better 2023 and looking forward to more news of your AZT. Maybe we'll cross paths as I continue section hiking the AZT. ~ HeartRocks

[@RVRepairNut]

Oh dear Dixie! I had no idea of you and your families suffering. Thank you so much for sharing such a difficult ordeal and also being brave enough to share that others might be so blessed again with smell. We live in Bryan and we had no idea about this. Until COVID hit we had watch many of your videos. You helped us train many a father and young boys to thrive on the trail. We all can’t thank you enough for all you have done to inspire and help others enjoy God’s creation! Bless you and all your Family! Sincerely, The Shaws

[@sagehiker]

Just about the time I saw your progress, there were stories popping up that some in the medical community were making the links between auto-immune disorders and COVID related Parosmia. I immediately thought of you. It would be interesting if you have a link between this therapy and your auto-immune questions.

[@dans1891]

I’ve been dealing with this for almost 10 years. This has given me some hope!! Thank you so much!! Fortunately I live in TX and will be making an appointment soon!!

[@incognitocat555]

HI! Did you end up going to the clinic in Bryan, TX? Did it work?

[@alanspence1716]

What a great video, thank you for taking the time to make this and set out the issues and detail so clearly. Once again your natural skill at communicating shone through. I lost my sense of smell from getting a head injury when I fell from a bicycle in black ice. That was 25 years ago and I've never recovered it. So, your story is a great one and I'm very happy for you. My taste was never affected other than because smell and taste are connected. Unexpectedly, I have never forgotten what smells are, so I can see things and recall their smell, which is a blessing. Did you find when you had doubts as to whether you could remember taste, that you could, or could not, be sure about smell in the same way?

[@katecarnes3624]

I am so glad all of you gas are feeling better!! What a wonderful Christmas Gift to you all!!

[@alanlinnell6817]

That's a great experience you guys had. God Bless you. Please pray for my older brother Jon. He hasn't tasted or smelled anything since October of 2020 when he got the first wave of that terrible virus.

[@kellyjohnson3617]

I’m so happy for you. In January 2020 I got covid. Lost my sense of taste and smell completely. It was psychologically devastating because I rely on my sense of taste so much. I can taste any meal snd tell you all the ingredients so I can make it myself. Eating is so enjoyable because I can taste every ingredient. It makes me hate junk food. How wonderful your family found this solution. I went to my acupuncturist who helped me so much. And he had no idea why I lost it. He just threw everything at it. Later I found out it was a symptom of covid. Thanks for sharing this. Sometimes the most random thing can be the solution. I’m glad you didn’t give up. People think losing sense of sight and hearing and touch is devastating. But smell and taste are a huge part of our lives. It can be super debilitating. I’m glad you didn’t give up. Thanks for posting

[@taoist32]

Being deaf I can tell you it is devastating. No more music, no more talking with people, no more birds, wind, traffic, door creaks, can’t even hear myself breathe.

[@MyraHart1943]

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I teared up hearing you talk about your family 💔 I'm sorry you all went through that. So glad everyone is feeling better!!!!! Dixie you rock!

[@scottyplug]

Dang you are amazing Jess. Your love for others know no bounds. Super happy for you and your family to have enjoyed Christmas dinner. Such a HUGE deal in the South (I'm a southerner, although transplanted in SoCal these days). Happy New Year and much love to you and yours.

[@anderw2]

My Grandma lost her sense of smell, for a couple of years. At my parent's wedding she slipped on some ice, and fell flat on her back. After that fall her sense of smell came back. I'm not sure if that is somehow related to your story or not, but I thought I'd share it.

[@jenniferbrooks268]

That's actually what happened to me but in reverse; my puppies tripped me up and I avoided stepping on them, but completely lost my balance and fell back on my butt, then fell back hitting the base of my skull on a step. Lucky I didn't break my neck, but it was a horrible concussion. No smell since (prior to covid craziness). My grandmother also lost her smell due to a tumor.

[@belkyhernandez8281]

Very glad you all got better. Covid has been a wild ride. None of us understood the consequences of a pandemic.

[@clbaker2024]

So thrilled for all of you! Wonderful story! You're all so blessed to have one another!

[@jaynestoddart2048]

Thanks for sharing Dixie! I’m so happy for you and your family! I’m looking forward to your 2023 trips! Happy New Year

[@Stephanie-hn3yn]

Yay so happy for you all! How is your allergy journey coming along?

[@oldmannoplan394]

After having OG Covid June 2020 I lost mine for 9 months and I thought that was a long time...Dixie always has to go the extra mile and outdo everyone lol

[@jansmith3158]

yt ch Dr Berg has a vid on loss of smell and taste = it's a vitamin & mineral deficiency

[@jansmith3158]

everyone watch "Dr Fuellmich grand jury day 1' = SHOCKING vid exposing the lies & crimes against humanity for the use of these EXPERIMENTAL vx (which violates the Nuremberg code - look up) by CDC, NIH, Fauci, Bill Gates, WEF, WHO, world leaders etc etc WORTH YOUR TIME see also yt "Rumble stew peters vid with Dr Jane ruby" see hugo talks, odysee tim truth, yt The healthy American peggy hall vids 1) Civil rights Act 1968 title 7 & 11, EEOC file complaint and catastrophic contagion, yt Time for judgement pls write down & pass on to everyone!!

[@tammymonette8371]

@@jansmith3158 Exactly

[@quantitativedisease]

Hey did you stick those "tests" up your nose ? That will wreck havoc on your olfactory system. Keep on living the lie buddy.. lmao OG Covid.

[@danporter2453]

@@jansmith3158 "Dr." Berg is a quack, not a doctor though. Please get real medical advice.

[@crash429]

So happy for you and your family's healing. Happy New Year! Excited for what is to come.

[@jameshiggins-thomas9617]

So glad to hear you've had success at recovering your senses. I know it has been difficult. And thank you always for sharing.

[@3p1cand3rs0n]

i had the worst flu of my life over Christmas of 2019 (2-3 months before the first documented cases of C*v!d hit the States.) I lost sense of taste and smell for at least 6 months. It was bizarre, and the senses came back very very slowly. Super weird feeling.

[@maddieandelismom]

I’ve had Parosmia since the end of March of this year. I’ve lost 112lbs. I totally understand what you’ve been through. Protein shakes is the only thing I’ve been able to do

[@incognitocat555]

That is so sad. I'm so sorry. My mom has also lost 100 lbs or so, but it's been more slowly, over the course of a year. She chokes down the protein shakes, too. Please make sure to eat or you will die. That's not healthy to lose that much weight so fast. My mom's hair is falling out, and her kidneys are a little bit damaged from the muscle wasting. I'm going to take her to this doctor in Bryan, TX to see if it will work for her, too.

[@shelleyklein6008]

had to stop the video as I was crying with relief with you, for you, and for your family ladies! huge success, very happy for you!!! happy new year, let all the foods be joyful to you :)

[@flaskehrlenmeyer4349]

oh, dixie. do not apologize for getting teary eyed on us. what you went through was a TRAUMA and part of that was watching your loved ones go through it too. i love your resiliency and your joy. i wish you every blessing in this ear and every year.